How to Read and Set the Tire Pressure on a Toyota RAV4

It’s very important to keep your tires properly inflated. After all, your tires are the only point of contact that your vehicle has with the road.

Lucky for you, I’ve created this comprehensive guide with everything you need to know about viewing, measuring, monitoring, and setting the tire pressure on your Toyota RAV4.

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Can a Toyota RAV4 Display the Tire Pressure?

Yes, a Toyota RAV4 can display the tire pressure, but you must use the Toyota app. It cannot be displayed on the vehicle’s dashboard.

It’s surprising that Toyota does not display this information of the dashboard. Simply adding another screen on the multi-information display would be the perfect spot for this feature.

Note: In Canadian RAV4s, you may not be able to view tire pressures within the app because they might not have TPMS.

How to View Tire Pressure on the Toyota App

The Toyota app is a free mobile app that can help you stay connected to your vehicle. It offers a free trial that allows you to view your tire pressure in the app via Toyota’s Connected Services.

Note: You will need a Service Connect free trial or subscription to access this feature. Learn more about Service Connect in the video below.

Once you have Service Connect, check out this video which has all the information you need to use the app as a RAV4 driver.

• Download the app to your device
• Open the app and tap Register to create a new account (or login with your existing credentials)
• Enter your personal identification information and tap “Sign Up” to have an activation code sent to your email
• Get the activation code and use it to verify your account
• Use your device’s camera to scan the VIN within the app or enter it manually
• Tap “Add Vehicle” and confirm the vehicle and dealership for your RAV4
• Review the Connected Services Trials and tap “Continue”
• Review the Connected Service Data Handling Requirements and tap “Agree and Continue”
• Review the Service Connect Communication and tap “Agree and Continue”
• Review the Auto Insurance Designed for you and tap “Agree and Continue”
• Tap “Finish Setup” to complete the process

After you’ve set up the app with your vehicle’s details, you can use it to view specific information about your RAV4 like tire pressure.

What If You Don’t Want to Use the App?

Not everyone likes to digitize their auto experience. If you like an old-fashioned to approach to car care, then you don’t have to use the app. Here are some other options that I prefer to use.

1. Use an Air Pressure Gauge

The easiest way to get an accurate reading of your car’s tire pressure is with an air pressure gauge.

I recommend this tire pressure gauge for just $10.

You can use this gauge for cars, trucks, bikes, or other vehicles too. You can unscrew the tire valve on your tire and connect the nozzle of the gauge. The PSI will be displayed on the screen. You can choose one of four settings for your reading: PSI, BAR, KPA, and Kg/cm².

Having a way to check your tire’s air pressure is useful. You’ll want to check the pressure of your tires every few months for maintenance purposes, especially when the outside temperature changes significantly. If you’re planning to go on a long trip or carry additional loads, it’s also a good idea to check your tire pressure.

You’ll get a more accurate reading on your air pressure gauge if you check when your tires are cold. This is because tire pressure can decrease around 1 PSI for every 10 degrees the temperature drops. This isn’t due to air escaping but rather the air inside the tire condensing. It’ll take up less space when it’s cold. However, this is only temporary because driving will heat up the tire and then increase the tire’s pressure.

2. Wait for the Tire Pressure Light on the Dashboard

If you don’t want to use the app or purchase an air pressure gauge, then you can rely on the RAV4’s low air pressure warning light. This light is reliable, but it can take a little while to turn on. Your tires will need to reach critically low pressure before you’re notified on your dashboard.

Additionally, you’ll only see the tire symbol rather than the tire pressure reading. Here’s what it looks like:

In some cases, the TPMS warning light can go on during colder weather. This doesn’t necessarily mean that your tire has a leak. You can wait to see if the light turns off as you drive, but if that’s not the issue, you’ll need to address the issue sooner rather than later.

How to Find the Correct Tire Pressure for Your RAV4

Before setting your tire pressure, you’ll need to know what PSI to set the pressure at.

Luckily, this is easy to find. No need to dig through the owner’s manual!

How to Set the RAV4’s Tire Pressure

Setting the tire pressure on your RAV4 is quite easy and can be done for free!

To do this, you’ll need a portable tire inflator or air compressor. You can also find these at most gas stations (usually for free).

Conclusion

While the most recent Toyota RAV4 model has a tire pressure monitoring system, it doesn’t have a classic display on the dashboard. To see your tire pressure, the Toyota RAV4 tire pressure display is in the app.

If you don’t want to use the app, you can revert to using an air pressure gauge or wait for the warning light to appear on the dashboard. Either way, the tire pressure gauge is an inexpensive investment that can make refilling your tires significantly easier.